READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18
First Lesson—Young Samuel responds to the call of God to serve in succession to Eli. 1 Samuel 3:1-10 (11-20)
Second Lesson—Extraordinary gifts can be found in human vessels. 2 Corinthians 4:5-12
Gospel—Jesus exercises healing powers and does this work of compassion on the day of rest. Mark 2:23–3:6

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Jesus Christ is Lord and the Light of God. Come to the Light.
People: Come to the light that shines out of darkness.

INVOCATION
In a dark world we live; from a dark world we come to worship, God of light. We have come to confess that we believe Jesus Christ to be our Lord and Savior. Let your light by the Spirit shine out of us wherever we go. Ame…